Autographed Michael Jordan rookie card sells for $2.5 million - ESPN
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The sale of an autographed 1986-87 Fleer Michael Jordan rookie card at JOOPITER for $2.5 million marks a significant milestone in sports memorabilia. This card not only became the highest-selling Jordan rookie but also the third-highest price for any Michael Jordan card ever sold publicly. Pharrell Williams' auction house, JOOPITER, debuted its sports collectibles segment with this auction, responding to a high demand among collectors. The card's rarity is amplified by Jordan's limited signing opportunities, making it a highly sought-after item.
An autographed 1986-87 Fleer Michael Jordan rookie card has sold for $2.5 million, becoming the highest amount ever paid for a Jordan rookie card.
The $2.5-million card sale at Pharrell Williams' auction house sets a new record, eclipsing last year's $205,000 for an autographed Jordan rookie card.
Jordan has not frequently signed items outside of his Upper Deck contract, making these signed rookie cards a unique offering in the collectibles market.
With the inaugural sports card auction, JOOPITER aims to cater to the growing interest in sports memorabilia, promising unique pieces for collectors.
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